PT Series Wall Thinning Benders
Engineered for manifolds, converter inlets, and other tight-CLR exhaust parts, the SOCO PT Series controls wall thinning on 1D bends for high-pressure assemblies. Choose all-electric or proportional-servo bending with up to 12 CNC axes and 3–22 tons of programmable boost. Pair PT with i2 software, stack tooling, and automation for repeatable accuracy and faster changeovers.
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Overview of PT Series Thin-Wall Benders
Why Wall Thinning Matters on Tight Bends
When tube is drawn around a 1D radius, the outside wall stretches. Without control, it can thin past the limit that a manifold, converter inlet or high-pressure line is designed for, even though the part looks fine. The PT Series is built to hold that thinning in check. It pushes material into the bend with programmable booster thrust (3 to 22 tons) while servo motion controls the draw.
Booster Near Interference Zones
The last bends on a part are often close to a flange, a previous bend or the end of the tube, where there is little room for clamping. Short- and last-bend boost on the PT Series applies booster force even there, so the final bends meet the same thinning and ovality limits as the first.
Electric or Hydraulic-Servo?
All-electric PT configurations use SOCO's DGT direct gear transmission for efficiency and precision. Hydraulic-servo configurations are available when a part needs extra bending force. Both can be configured with 4 to 12 CNC axes, pressure-die assist and multi-stack tooling.
What to Send for a Feasibility Review
Send the part model, tube OD, wall and grade, the thinning and ovality limits on the print, and annual volume. We will confirm the configuration and booster size, and our tooling division will specify the mandrel and dies.
Frequently Asked Questions
What parts is the SOCO PT Series designed for?
Tight-radius exhaust parts such as manifolds and converter inlets, and other high-pressure assemblies where wall thinning on 1D bends must be controlled.
How much booster force does the PT Series offer?
Programmable booster thrust from 3 to 22 tons, depending on configuration.
How many CNC axes are available?
The PT Series can be configured with 4 to 12 CNC axes.
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